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Cotton Bayou Beach, Gulf of Mexico

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States

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  • Water Quality Status
    Passed tests Fri, Jul 11, 2025 at 2:19pm
  • Air Temperature
    18.9°C / 66°F (air) Sun, Dec 4, 2022 at 10:45pm
  • Wind
    15.1 - 18.4km/h SSE 160° Sun, Dec 4, 2022 at 10:45pm
  • Mist
    Mist Sun, Dec 4, 2022 at 10:45pm
  • Precipitation
    0mm Sun, Dec 4, 2022 at 10:45pm
  • Air Visibility
    2.8km Sun, Dec 4, 2022 at 10:45pm
  • Humidity
    93% Sun, Dec 4, 2022 at 10:45pm

Part of the 6,150 acre Gulf State Park, Cotton Bayou Beach is a public access point to the sand and surf along the Gulf of Mexico. Parking is free but limited. Two boardwalks provide a short walk to the beach, which is nestled between popular condos. Onsite amenities include restrooms and outdoor showers.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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